Governor of Ekiti state, H. E. Kayode Fayemi has condemned the violence that marred Saturday's bye-election in Ekiti East Constituency 1 of the State House Assembly. He directed the State Commissioner of Police, Babatunde Mobayo to ensure that everybody involved in the violent act are apprehended and brought to book regardless of their party affiliation. He said, “This violence is most unwarranted, and deeply disturbing. I have instructed the police authorities to fish out the perpetrators and ensure they face the music. Our condolences to the families that lost loved ones and those who were injured. Government would not relent in efforts to always ensure safety of lives and properties. We shall ensure all purveyors of violence are brought to book." Governor Fayemi restated that his administration is committed to upholding the sacredness of life and sanctity of the electoral process.
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